Installing Nexus S Motherboard

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Prerequisite Only

Please note that this guide is only a prerequisite for other guides.

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Internal prereq when SIM board is out.

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Add Note Edit Step 1 — Motherboard  ¶ 

  • Insert the flat edge of a plastic opening tool underneath the headphone jack connector and pry upwards.

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  • Repeat the same procedure as the previous step to disconnect the digitizer connector.

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  • Use a plastic opening tool to pry the speaker connector (highlighted in red) from its socket on the motherboard.

  • Remove the three Phillips screws securing the motherboard to the inner assembly.

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  • Lift and remove the motherboard from the Nexus S, minding any cables that may get caught.

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

For more information, check out the Nexus S device page.

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